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October 10, 2025

The Mountain Gardener: Careful plant choice, maintenance makes a difference

The landscape is so lush in May. Shades of green are everywhere you look — apple green, grass green, forest green, spring green, pine, olive, lime, jade, chartreuse, kelp, sage. Did you know the human eye can identify more than 200,000 shades of green?

Letter: Bethany U should set better example

I am very disappointed in the students and staff of Bethany University. All of the kids have left their dorms for the summer, and when they cleaned out their dorms, one Dumpster was supplied. In it went perfectly good rugs, many couches, good tables and bags full of perfectly good clothing.

Let’s Go Fishin’: Good fishing prevails

Fishing in the ocean has been good for salmon and halibut, and rockfish are showing up, as well. Freshwater fishing opportunities are open, too. In our local waters, Loch Lomond reservoir is open, and the Sacramento watershed is producing shad and striped bass.

Sports Shorts: SLV softball wins first playoff game

The San Lorenzo Valley varsity softball team defeated Live Oak High School of Morgan Hill, 2-1, in the first round of the Central Coast Section playoffs Wednesday, May 19.

Go World Cup: The stolen trophy and other tales of the World Cup

Plenty of trivia has built up around the World Cup, the premier event in one of the world’s most popular sports. Below are a few choice items.

Off Hours: In May, a day to honor those who gave all

May is a month sandwiched by two holidays that should be among our most recognized and important. Like most others, though, their genesis and intent are largely unknown or ignored.

It’s the Law: When you’re injured

Some years ago, I was turning into a parking lot when the car behind me plowed into the back of my cherished 1968 Mustang. The offending driver ran up, babbling, “I’m sorry, but I was beating my kid and didn’t see you turning.”

Your Health: Summer safety takes many forms

Over the years of my emergency and urgent-care career, I’ve dealt with many injuries and illnesses seen commonly during the summer. I’d like to share some of my thoughts on making this a safe season for everyone.

Nature Friendly: High school junior makes his mark as a birder

A great hunter must think like his prey. Where does it nest and when, where does it feed, what is unique about its behavior, and what sounds does it make?

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